Wool-Blended Polyester Suiting Fabric from Japan
This woven fabric is made from synthetic polyester filament yarns mixed with at least 36% wool by weight, featuring yarns of different colors for a subtle heathered pattern. It falls under HTS 5407.93.05 due to its synthetic filament base blended mainly with wool exceeding the 36% threshold, classified as other woven fabrics of different colored yarns. Primarily used for tailoring men's suits and trousers.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify wool content via lab testing to confirm ≥36% for this classification; provide mill certificates for fiber composition
• Ensure 'yarns of different colors' is evident in weave pattern to avoid reclassification
• Watch for undervaluation pitfalls in apparel fabric imports